SHORT ANSWER:
The timeframe for processing RTI applications is 30 days for central and state public authorities.
DETAILS:
- Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, both central and state public authorities must respond to RTI applications within 30 days.
- If the information requested concerns the life or liberty of a person, the response time is reduced to 48 hours.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Failure to provide information within the stipulated time can lead to penalties for the public information officer.
SOURCE:
- Right to Information Act, 2005
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